Gen 1 rear half shaft replacement
#1
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Gen 1 rear half shaft replacement
Losing my search touch - is there a tutorial around for rear half shaft replacement? Is the bearing replacement mandatory? Really just need to replace broken boot. Thanks.
#2
As for the bearing, it is not mandatory, that much I know, but if your CV joint was in a really bad shape and vibrating, it probably shortened the lifespan of the bearing on the same side, so it would be wise to at least check that bearing.
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Seems simple enough - just need to find a boot that fits - guess i'll call lexus. I found this thread which says it's just like pulling a front axle but without the steering complication. https://www.clublexus.com/forums/ls-...half-shaft.htm
That said none of the universal boots from AutoZone provide dimensions. Rock Auto doesn't offer a boot. Febest has a universal boot and lists dimensions as 73 x 96 x 21.4 - guessing that's in mm and likely is too small.. Called a local CV joint place who said they don't do just boots. $400 parts and labor for replacement shaft - but this is a low mileage car.
That said none of the universal boots from AutoZone provide dimensions. Rock Auto doesn't offer a boot. Febest has a universal boot and lists dimensions as 73 x 96 x 21.4 - guessing that's in mm and likely is too small.. Called a local CV joint place who said they don't do just boots. $400 parts and labor for replacement shaft - but this is a low mileage car.
#5
Here is a link where you can buy the boot:
http://www.rockfordcv.com/rcvboot.htm
http://www.rockfordcv.com/Lexus_bootkits.htm
http://www.rockfordcv.com/Bootkit_li...s.htm#BK550-22
Those guys come highly recommended - they don't use neoprene but thermoplastic which should last a long time.
http://www.rockfordcv.com/rcvboot.htm
http://www.rockfordcv.com/Lexus_bootkits.htm
http://www.rockfordcv.com/Bootkit_li...s.htm#BK550-22
Those guys come highly recommended - they don't use neoprene but thermoplastic which should last a long time.
#7
Anyone replaced CV Boots? Need how-to (and for the shaft too)
Hey TDIGREEN1, that link you left is dead. Any other write-ups on how to replace the rear cv shaft? I am thinking of trying this myself, provided it is not too hard to do.
BTW, I bought a used one from '91 (mine is '90), and it is looking quite good - boots are perfect, no loose feeling in it. But I am thinking of putting on new boots, except that seems to be a hell of a job. Anyone done that?
BTW, I bought a used one from '91 (mine is '90), and it is looking quite good - boots are perfect, no loose feeling in it. But I am thinking of putting on new boots, except that seems to be a hell of a job. Anyone done that?
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